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NETWORK CAMERA
User’s Manual
VB-C10 VB-C10R
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ENGLISH
Please read this instruction manual carefully before operation.
Be sure to read the “a Safe Use of Equipment” section before using
this equipment. Store this manual in a readily accessible location for
future reference.
PUB.YT1-1000-000 xxxxxxxx © CANON INC.2002 PRINTED IN JAPAN
NETWORK CAMERA
User’s Manual
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Canon Network Camera VB-C10/VB-C10R (referred to hereafter as
the VB-C10/VB-C10R).
This manual describes how to set up and use the VB-C10/VB-C10R. Read this manual carefully
before using the VB-C10/VB-C10R to ensure effective operation. In particular make sure that you
read the "a Safe Use of Equipment" in this manual, as well as the supplied CD-ROM Readme file.
Exclusion of Liability
If the Product is connected to a recording device (for example a VCR), Canon Inc. accepts
no responsibility whatsoever for any financial losses that may be incurred as a result of
the loss of recorded information or images, regardless of the internal or external cause of
the loss.
Copyright Information
Video or still pictures recorded using your VB-C10/VB-C10R cannot be used in ways that infringe
copyright laws or without the consent of the owner, unless intended for personal use only.
Notes
1. The unauthorized transfer of all or any part of the contents of this Manual is forbidden.
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Request concerning disclosure of live videos
With respect to the disclosure of live videos, we request that sufficient consideration be
given to matters of privacy and rights not to be photographed. Canon considers the following
points concerning such matters when it operates camera sites for which it has been
responsible to install and operate:
We take measures such as adding limitations on zoom magnifications so that people
cannot make special specifications.
When videos are taken of specific buildings, interiors and the like, we install the camera
only after receiving approval from the administrator.
Please note that the operator of the camera site and not Canon has full responsibility
regarding the disclosure of live videos.
© Copyright 2002 CANON INC.
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Introduction
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Contents
Introduction ............................................................................ ii
a
Safe Use of Equipment.................................................... vii
Maintenance .............................................................................................................. xii
Chapter 1 Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R
Features of the VB-C10/VB-C10R ................................................................ 1-2
System Configuration .................................................................................. 1-4
Hardware and Software Requirements ....................................................... 1-6
Webview Livescope Viewer Software ...................................................................... 1-6
VB Administration Tools ........................................................................................... 1-6
VBCollector .............................................................................................................. 1-7
Webview Livescope MV version 2.0/LE ................................................................... 1-7
Package Contents ......................................................................................... 1-8
System Components and Their Operation ................................................. 1-9
Chapter 2 Installation
Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R ............................................................. 2-2
Installing the VB-C10/VB-C10R ............................................................................... 2-2
Connecting the Components ................................................................................... 2-4
Turning the Power ON and OFF .............................................................................. 2-4
Sample Network Configurations ................................................................. 2-5
Sample LAN Environment Configuration ................................................................. 2-5
Sample Configuration in an ISP Environment .......................................................... 2-5
Chapter 3 Setup Procedures
Preparations for Initial Setup ....................................................................... 3-2
Initial Setup ................................................................................................... 3-3
Checking Operation ...................................................................................... 3-6
Detail Settings ............................................................................................... 3-7
Accessing the Settings Title Page............................................................................ 3-7
Settings Title Page ................................................................................................... 3-8
System/Network Settings Page ............................................................................... 3-9
Date/Time Settings Page ....................................................................................... 3-10
Camera Settings Page ............................................................................................ 3-11
Preset Settings Page ............................................................................................. 3-15
Picture Recording and External Device I/O Settings Page .................................... 3-16
Access Control Settings Page ............................................................................... 3-19
WebView Livescope Setting Settings Page ........................................................... 3-20
Miscellaneous Settings Page ................................................................................. 3-21
Administration Tools Settings Page ....................................................................... 3-22
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Chapter 4 VB Administration Tools
Overview of VB Administration Tools ......................................................... 4-2
VBAdmin Startup Panel ........................................................................................... 4-2
Panorama Creation Tool .......................................................................................... 4-2
View Restriction Tool ................................................................................................ 4-3
Preset Setting Tool ................................................................................................... 4-3
Log Viewer ............................................................................................................... 4-3
Admin Viewer ........................................................................................................... 4-3
Installing VB Administration Tools .............................................................. 4-4
Starting Up VB Administration Tools .......................................................... 4-5
Panorama Creation Tool ............................................................................... 4-7
About the Panorama Creation Tool Display Screen ................................................. 4-8
Capturing Panorama Pictures .................................................................................. 4-9
Updating/Deleting Panorama Pictures ................................................................... 4-10
Reconnecting .......................................................................................................... 4-11
Opening/Saving Pictures ........................................................................................ 4-11
Displaying Connection Information ......................................................................... 4-11
View Restriction Tool .................................................................................. 4-12
The View Restriction Tool Display Screen ............................................................. 4-13
Setting View Restrictions ....................................................................................... 4-15
Preset Setting Tool ...................................................................................... 4-17
Preset Setting Tool Display Screen ........................................................................ 4-18
Setting Presets ....................................................................................................... 4-20
Log Viewer ................................................................................................... 4-22
Viewing Logs .......................................................................................................... 4-22
Admin Viewer .............................................................................................. 4-24
Starting Up Admin Viewer ...................................................................................... 4-24
Operating External Device ..................................................................................... 4-25
Enabling/Disabling View Restrictions ..................................................................... 4-26
Chapter 5 Creating Web Pages
Web Pages for Video Distribution ............................................................... 5-2
Features of the Java Viewers .................................................................................. 5-3
Features of the Helper Viewer ................................................................................. 5-5
Viewing Sample Pages ................................................................................. 5-6
Using the Java Viewer to Distribute Videos ................................................ 5-7
Using the Java Viewer to Create a Web Page ......................................................... 5-7
Saving Web Page Data ............................................................................................ 5-8
Example of Using the Java Viewer to Create a Web Page ...................................... 5-9
Java Viewer Parameters ........................................................................................ 5-17
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Using the Helper Viewer to Distribute Videos .......................................... 5-21
Example of a Web page Using the Helper Viewer ................................................. 5-23
Distributing Videos Using a Browser Only ............................................... 5-24
Example of Video Distribution Using One Fixed Global Address .......... 5-26
Chapter 6 Using the Picture Recording Function
Using the Still Picture Recording Function Linked to an External Device ...
6-2
Sample Application Combining a Door-opening Sensor .......................................... 6-2
Using the Still Picture Recording Function with a Predetermined Schedule ....
6-4
Sample Application Using Sequential Mode ............................................................ 6-4
Viewing Recorded Pictures ......................................................................... 6-6
Installing VBCollector ............................................................................................... 6-7
Starting Up VBCollector ........................................................................................... 6-8
Registering a Server ................................................................................................ 6-8
Registering Tasks ................................................................................................... 6-10
Executing and Canceling Tasks ............................................................................. 6-12
Details Displayed on the Task View ....................................................................... 6-13
Starting/Stopping the Service ................................................................................ 6-14
Viewing Recorded Images ..................................................................................... 6-14
Viewing Logs .......................................................................................................... 6-16
Setting Download Capacity .................................................................................... 6-18
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 7-2
Log Messages ............................................................................................... 7-4
Chapter 8 Appendix
Specifications ............................................................................................... 8-2
External Device I/O Terminals .................................................................................. 8-3
Restoring the Factory Default Settings ...................................................... 8-4
Restoring the Factory Default Settings from the Administration Tools Page via a Web Browser ....
8-4
If the IP Address and Password are Unknown ......................................................... 8-5
Factory Default Setting ................................................................................ 8-6
Index .............................................................................................................. 8-8
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a Safe Use of Equipment
a
An exclamation point, within a triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the equipment.
a Important Operational Instructions
a Important Warnings
a CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The serial number of this equipment may be found on the bottom of the VB-C10/
VB-C10R. No others have the same serial number as yours.
You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this book
as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased from
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No. VB-C10 or VB-C10R
Serial No.
a WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
a CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
FDA regulation
This Network Camera has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) for use as a medical device. When incorporated into a system with medical
applications, FDA regulations may apply. Therefore, please consult your legal
advisor to determine whether FDA regulations apply.
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FCC NOTICE
Network Camera VB-C10/VB-C10R
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part
15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise
specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you
could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516) 328-5600
IC NOTICE
This product does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the Interference-causing equipment standard entitled
‘Digital Apparatus’, ICES-003 of the Industry Canada.
NOTIFICATION IC
Cet appareil numériquw respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables
aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norma sur le matériel
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Dieses Produkt ist zum Gebrauch im Wohnbereich, Geschäfts- und Gewerbebereich
sowie in Kleinbetrieben vorgesehen.
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a IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions, the word
“equipment” refers to the Canon Network
Camera VB-C10/VB-C10R and all its
accessories.
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before
the equipment is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating
instruction should be retained for future
reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the
equipment and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and
maintenance instructions should be followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug this equipment from the
wall outlet before cleaning.
Wipe the equipment with a clean soft cloth. If
necessary, put a cloth in diluted neutral
detergent and wring it well before wiping the
equipment with it. Finally, clean the
equipment with a clean dry cloth. Do not use
benzene, thinner or other volatile liquids or
pesticides as they may damage the product’s
finish. When using chemically-treated
cleaning cloths, observe those precautions
accordingly.
6. Accessories - Do not use accessories not
recommended in this manual as they may
be hazardous. Always use specified
connection cables. Connect devices correctly.
7. Water and Moisture - Hazard of electric shock
- Do not use the equipment near water or in
rainy/moist situations. Do not put a heater
near this equipment.
8. Placing or Moving - Do not place on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table.
The equipment may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the
equipment. An equipment and
cart combination should be
moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the equipment and cart
combination to overturn.
9. Power Sources - The PA-V16 AC adapter
should be operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your equipment dealer or local
power company.
10. Polarization - The PA-V16 AC adapter is
equipped with a polarized 2-prong plug (a plug
having one blade wider than the other).
The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If
the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
11. Power Cord Protection - Power cords should
be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them. Pay particular attention to
plugs and the point from which the cords exit
the equipment.
12. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside
antenna is connected to the equipment, be
sure the antenna is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70-
1984, provides information with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See figure 1.
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fig-1
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE
UNIT (NEC
SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION
810-21)
GROUNDING CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE
GROUNDING ELECTRODE
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC — NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING
CLAMP
13. Lightning - For added protection of this
equipment during a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long
periods of time, disconnect it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will
prevent damage to the equipment due to
lightning and power-line surges.
14. Power Lines - An outside antenna system
should not be located in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light
or power circuits, or where it can fall into such
power lines or circuits. When installing an
outside antenna system, extreme care should
be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits as contact with them might
be fatal.
15. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
16. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects
of any kind into this equipment through
openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock. Be careful
not to spill liquid of any kind onto the
equipment.
17. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this
equipment yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified personnel.
18. Damage Requiring Service - Disconnect this
equipment from the wall outlet and all power
sources including batteries, and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or
objects have fallen into, the equipment.
c. If the equipment has been exposed to rain
or water.
d. If the equipment does not operate normally
even if you follow the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operation instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore
the equipment to its normal operation.
e. If the equipment has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the equipment exhibits a distinct
change in performance. This indicates a
need for service.
19. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts
are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts that are specified
by Canon or that have the same
characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock or other hazards.
20. Safety Check - Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this equipment, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the equipment is in safe
operating order.
21. Do not install the equipment in the following
locations as this can cause a fire or electric
shock:
- Hot locations
- Close to a fire
- Very humid or dusty locations
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- Locations exposed to direct sunlight
- Locations exposed to salt spray
- Close to flammable solvents (alcohol,
thinners, etc.)
22. When any of the following occurs,
immediately switch OFF the equipment,
unplug it from the main power supply and
contact your nearest Canon supplier. Do not
continue to use the equipment as this can
cause a fire or electric shock.
- The equipment emits any smoke, heat,
abnormal noise, or unusual odor.
- A metal object falls into the equipment.
- The equipment is damaged in some way.
23. Please observe the following when using the
equipment. Failure to do so can result in a
fire or electric shock.
- Do not use flammable sprays near the
equipment.
- Do not subject the equipment to strong
impacts.
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Maintenance
Cleaning the Equipment
1. Unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet.
2. Carefully wipe the equipment with a soft cloth that has
been moistened with water or a mild detergent.
a WARNING:
Do not use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners.
The use of such substances can cause a fire or electric shock.
3. Wipe with a dry cloth.
4. When you have finished, plug the AC adapter back in to the wall outlet.
Cleaning the Lens
Use a commercially available lens cleaner to remove any soiling from the
lens.
The auto-focus may not function correctly if the surface of the lens is
dirty.
Scratches on the surface of the lens will cause image defects.
Icons Used in This Instruction Manual
Note
Indicates important information that must be observed or actions that are prohibited
during an operation. These notes must be read to prevent possible faults or damage
to the equipment.
Tip
Indicates supplementary information or a reference to an operation. Users are advised
to read these memos.
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Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R
This chapter contains information that you should read
before using the VB-C10/VB-C10R. It also describes the
features of the VB-C10/VB-C10R, the system configuration,
the hardware and software requirements, and the name and
functions of the system components.
Chapter
1-2
The VB-C10/VB-C10R is a system that distributes live videos via the Internet or an Intranet. It can
be used in a wide range of applications, such as distributing live videos from a Web site or
monitoring. The system is configured of the VB-C10/VB-C10R and viewer software. Please use
the supplied viewer software for viewing videos distributed by the VB-C10/VB-C10R and controlling
cameras.
Broadband Video Distribution Function
The VB-C10/VB-C10R is capable of capturing videos at up to 30 fps. Motion-JPEG is used to
compress video images. For networking, auto-negotiation between Ethernet 100Base-TX/
10Base-T is provided and a leased line or ADSL can also be used through a router. Since
video quality (in 5 levels) and the frame rate (from 0.1 to 30 fps) can be freely set, videos can
be distributed under conditions that best suit the network bandwidth.
Concurrent video is distributed up to 20 clients
Up to 20 clients can view video at the same time from a single VB-C10/VB-C10R.
Camera and video distribution server functions housed in a single unit
The camera capable of full pan, tilt, and zoom functions and its server functions for distributing
videos through a network are compactly housed in a single unit. By simply connecting a LAN
cable and a power supply, the unit can distribute live videos from any location* where it is
installed.
* The unit cannot be installed in locations subject to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, or
other adverse conditions ( P.ix).
High-performance 16x zoom and wide angle photographic range
The camera section is equipped with a 16x zoom lens. Furthermore, since the VB-C10 provides
a pan angle of 200 degrees (100 degrees each to the left and right) and a tilt angle of 120
degrees (90 degrees up and 30 degrees down), and the VB-C10R provides a pan angle of 340
degrees (170 degrees each to the left and right) and a tilt angle of 100 degrees (10 degrees up
and 90 degrees down), the VB-C10/VB-C10R are capable of recording wide areas.
Can be mounted on ceilings, etc. (VB-C10R)
The VB-C10R includes mounting plate, enabling it to be mounted in a variety of locations
including ceilings. The shape of the camera head has been designed so that pan and tilt
operations are still possible when mounted upside down.
Remote camera control from the viewer
The VB-C10/VB-C10R come with two types of viewer software: the Helper Viewer and the
Java Viewer. The viewers give you full remote control of the camera’s angle (pan and tilt) and
zoom magnification, allowing you to view videos with plenty of ambiance.
Features of the VB-C10/VB-C10R
1-3
Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R
Features of the VB-C10/VB-C10R
Panorama picture creation functions and settings
The entire photographic range of the camera can be created and saved as a panorama picture.
The saved panorama pictures can then be easily used to visually set view restrictions and
presets.
Camera Position Preset function
If often-used camera angles (camera head aim and zoom position) and related items are saved
in advance as presets, the camera can be controlled from the viewer by simply selecting a
desired preset. Up to 8 presets can be stored.
View Restriction function
You can set restrictions on camera angle specifications and zoom magnifications to prevent
viewers from seeing certain camera angles. For example, if the VB-C10/VB-C10R is being
used to operate a fixed point camera connected to the Internet, it is possible to distribute
videos while protecting privacy ( P.iii, “Request concerning disclosure of live videos”).
Built-in Web server and FTP server
The VB-C10/VB-C10R is equipped with built-in Web server functions that enable both Web
pages and videos to be distributed through the Web by a single unit. Since it also has a built-in
FTP server, Web page data file transfers (FTP) can be performed from remote locations.
Simple set up and management
By accessing a Settings page provided on the Web, you can use the Web browser on your PC
to set up and manage the VB-C10/VB-C10R from a remote location without ever visiting the
place where the VB-C10/VB-C10R is actually installed.
More powerful security functions
The destinations for video distributions can be restricted based on passwords. Up to 20 clients
can be registered.
Recording videos via preset schedules or links with external devices
Still pictures can be recorded based on schedules set in advance or on ON/OFF events from
an external device. If VBCollector is used, still pictures recorded by the VB-C10/VB-C10R can
be automatically collected by a PC and viewed there.
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System Configuration
WebView Livescope Viewer Software
(Java Viewer or Helper Viewer)
Recommended browser
Netscape Navigator/
Communicator4.78 or later
Internet Explorer 4.01 or later
Router
VB-C10
VB-C10
Internet
Ethernet
(10/100Mbps)
VB-C10R
This system configuration consists of the VB-C10/VB-C10R with WebView Livescope Viewer
Software ( P.1-6). The WebView Livescope Viewer Software consists of the Helper Viewer
and the Java Viewer.
Helper Viewer must be installed in advance from the supplied CD-ROM, while Java Viewer is not
installed in advance but automatically downloaded from the VB-C10/VB-C10R. Since Java Viewer
is downloaded each time you want to view videos, it is useful when viewing videos for the first
time. Helper Viewer, however, is more convenient when you want to view videos frequently.
If you want to distribute live videos of places such as popular tourist destinations from Web pages,
it is best for your Web page visitors to use the Java Viewer that does not need to be installed in
advance.
Example of Basic System Configuration - Viewing Videos Using a Viewer
Viewer Software Functions
Viewer Software Functions
Java Viewer
Videos from the VB-C10/VB-C10R can be displayed by a Web browser that can
run Java applet.
Because the Java Viewer is automatically downloaded and does not need to be pre-
installed, unlike the Helper Viewer, it is compatible with any platform that supports
Java-capable environments.
Because it uses the HTTP protocol, the Java Viewer penetrates firewalls.
However, it may not run stably on some platforms or browser types.
Also, because the Viewer is downloaded when the Web page loads, start-up times and
execution speeds are slower than the Helper Viewer.
Helper Viewer
•A helper application for viewing videos from the VB-C10/VB-C10R that is launched
from a Web browser.
The Helper Viewer must be pre-installed.
Install Helper Viewer from the supplied CD-ROM.
Compared with the Java Viewer, start-up is faster because the Viewer does not need
to be downloaded. This Viewer is recommended for users who use the viewer frequently.
Because it supports the HTTP protocol, the Helper Viewer penetrates firewalls unscathed.
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Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R
System Configuration
WebView Livescope MV
Windows98SE/Me/NT4.0/2000/XP
(Internet Explorer 5 or later required)
VB-C10
VB-C10
VB-C10R
Ehernet
(10/100Mbps)
Example of System Configuration with WebView Livescope MV
- Optional
The WebView Livescope MV software ( P.1-7) is convenient if there are several VB-C10/VB-
C10R installed on a LAN and you wish to concentrate on monitoring videos from them.
The WebView Livescope MV software consists of MV Manager and MV Station. MV Manager
lets you uniformly manage VB-C10/VB-C10R operating status. It also lets you select and create
a monitoring screen best suited to the number of VB-C10/VB-C10Rs on the LAN from among a
rich variety of examples. MV Station lets you use the monitoring screen created in MV Manager
to view videos from multiple points where VB-C10/VB-C10R units are installed while also remote
controlling cameras and external devices.
Optional Products
• Webview Livescope MV version 2.0
• Webview Livescope MV version 2.0 LE
Products sold separately
• Wide-angle Converter WL-37 (for VB-C10)
• Sensor
• Relay
Note
Install the Helper Viewer from the “MonSetup.exe” file on the supplied CD-ROM.
The manual for the WebView Livescope software is provided on the supplied
CD-ROM (Mon-E.pdf).
To connect the VB-C10/VB-C10R to the Internet, you require a leased line
connection to an Internet service provider or a LAN-type dialup IP connection. If
you are using a LAN-type dialup connection, check that the connection supports
bidirectional calling.
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VB Administration Tools ( P.4-2)
This tool lets you create panorama pictures from the VB-C10/VB-C10R and then easily use them
to visually set view restrictions and presets.
PC IBM PC/AT Compatible
Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0/Windows 2000/Windows XP
Web Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later required
* Must be installed in advance from the supplied CD-ROM ( P.4-4).
Hardware and Software Requirements
Webview Livescope Viewer Software ( P.1-4)
The viewer software that are supplied with the VB-C10/VB-C10R. They lets you view the
VB-C10/VB-C10R’s videos and control the camera.
Note
Although the Helper Viewer ver. 3.10 or before, or Plug-in Viewer can be used,
some of the features are different.
On Macintosh computers, some of the functions of the Helper Viewer ver. 1.20 are
not available.
The manual for the viewer software is on the supplied CD-ROM (Mon-E.pdf).
Java Viewer version 3.20
PC IBM PC/AT Compatible
Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0 (IE4.0 or later required)/Windows 2000/
Windows XP
Web Browser Netscape Navigator/Communicator 4.78 or later (excluding 6.01 and 6.1),or Microsoft
Internet Explorer 4.01 or later recommended
* This viewer is installed on the VB-C10/VB-C10R and is automatically downloaded by the client at access.
* This software may not run stably on operating systems and Web browsers other than those listed above.
Helper Viewer version 3.20
PC IBM PC/AT Compatible
Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0 (IE4.0 or later required)/Windows 2000/
Windows XP
Web Browser Netscape Navigator/Communicator 4.78 or later,or Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.01
or later recommended
* Must be installed in advance from the supplied CD-ROM ( P.1-4).
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Before Using the VB-C10/VB-C10R
Webview Livescope MV version 2.0/LE ( P.1-5)
This is optional viewer software for monitoring.
PC IBM PC/AT Compatible
CPU: Pentium III 600 MHz or better recommended, RAM: 128 Mbytes or better,
Hard disk capacity: 50 Mbytes or better (LE: 20 Mbytes or better)
Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0 (SP6.0a or later)/Windows 2000 (SP1 or later)/
Windows XP
Web Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later required
VBCollector ( P.6-6)
This tool is for viewing still pictures recorded by the VB-C10/VB-C10R.
PC IBM PC/AT Compatible
Operating System Windows 98SE/Me or Windows NT 4.0/Windows 2000/Windows XP
Web Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or later required
* Must be installed in advance from the supplied CD-ROM.
Hardware and Software Requirements
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Package Contents
The VB-C10/VB-C10R package contains the following items. If any of these items is missing,
please contact the retailer from which you purchased the product.
* The cable length may differ depending on the
country in which the product was purchased.
1. VB-C10 main unit
(or VB-C10R main unit)
2. AC Adapter PA-V16
3. AC cable (1 meter 3 ft.
3
/
32
in.) 4. Plug for extenal device
5. CD-ROM
6. User’s Manual (This document)
7. Warranty Card
CD-ROM contents
ReadMe (Notes not included in the User’s Manual)
VBIPI.exe (IP address setting tool)
MonSetup.exe (Helper Viewer version 3.20 Installer)
AdmSetup.exe (VB Administration Tools Installer)
CltSetup.exe (VBCollector Installer)
VB-C10-E.pdf (User’s Manual in PDF format)
Mon-E.pdf (Viewer Software User’s Manual)
Sample Folder
(Set of files of sample pages)
License Folder (License documents for software in the main unit)
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